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Gardiner’s Market Teams Up with Between Rounds to Offer Signature Product Line

Tom Gardiner
Tom Gardiner

Two family businesses have teamed up and created a “recipe for success” in South Glastonbury.

Recognizing the high quality of Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café’s baked-fresh-daily bagels, Gardiner’s Market struck a deal with Between Rounds to carry their renowned signature bagels in the Bakery section.

Tom Gardiner, third generation of Gardiner’s, who took the helm in 1983 with his wife Amy, explained, “Between Rounds is local and very well known. Their products are high quality, consistent and absolutely delicious. Our customers are happy because they know exactly what they are getting with the Between Rounds brand.”

The family-owned Between Rounds has been in business for more than two decades and is the brainchild of brothers Jerry and Joe Puiia, who are Staten Island, NY natives.  Between Rounds current locations include South Windsor (corporate headquarters), Vernon, Manchester and Tolland.

“Our goal is similar to Gardiner’s in that we both strive to make available the freshest, most delicious products possible.  We’re delighted to work with Tom and Amy and honored to have Gardiner’s Market carry our bagels. It makes it easier for anyone who does not live near one of our cafés to obtain our superior products right from their local market,” said Jerry Puiia, co-owner of Between Rounds.

Gardiner’s Market carries all flavors of Between Rounds bagels and is looking to offer additional Between Rounds baked goods as space allows.

“We strive to bring in local items from neighbors who work and live in the area. At the suggestion of one of our long-time staff members, we sampled Between Rounds bagels in consideration of bringing in their product line and we were really impressed. They are a big seller,” explained Gardiner.

Family-made history

Gardiner’s Market is family-owned and operated store.  The company founder, Elmer Gardiner opened the store in 1950. After 20 successful years, he and his son, Leon Gardiner, relocated and built a larger store at the current Main Street location in South Glastonbury in 1970. The “torch” was then passed along to Tom and Amy Gardiner, who run the store, while Tom’s sister, Lynn, is the store’s bookkeeper.  All five Gardiner children work in the store, bringing the total number of employees to 49. Many of the store’s staff members have been with the company for decades. Gardiner’s Market is located at 868 Main Street, South Glastonbury. For more information, visit www.gardinersmarket.net.

About Between Rounds

Founded in 1990, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café is a unique bakery café and bagel shop renowned for their fresh, baked-on site bagels and baked goods as well sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, specialty coffee and a unique line of giftware.  Between Rounds offers patrons an upscale, fast-casual dining experience with free Wi-Fi and the added convenience of a drive-thru window.

Between Rounds is expanding and franchise opportunities are available. In 2013, the company was selected as a Military Friendly Franchise®, which places Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café in an elite group and is testimony to the company’s commitment to supporting military veterans interested in franchise opportunities.

Between Rounds’ current locations include South Windsor, Vernon, Manchester and Tolland.  Corporate headquarters are located at 19A John Fitch Blvd, Route 5 in South Windsor, CT.  For more information about Between Rounds franchise opportunities contact (860) 291-0323 or visit www.betweenroundsbagels.com.

Supermarkets interested in carrying Between Rounds’ products, contact Jerry Puiia,jerry@betweenroundsbagels.com.

 

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Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café Recognizes Staff, Celebrates Milestone

Managers Kim Sears and Sharon McDonald
Managers Kim Sears and Sharon McDonald

Between Rounds, a unique bakery café and bagel shop with locations throughout Connecticut, recently celebrated staff and store milestones.

Two managers were honored for their years of service. Between Rounds recognized Kim Sears, manager of the Vernon store, for 15 years of service.  Ms. Sears began her career at Between Rounds as a counter person and baker before being promoted to manager.  She oversees ordering, inventory, scheduling, hiring, promotions and strategic planning. A native of Ellington, Ms. Sears resides in Vernon.

Sharon McDonald, manager of the South Windsor location, was recognized for more than a decade of service – 11 years in May to be exact. Ms. McDonald, who had seven years experience working as a manager at a competitor’s store prior to Between Rounds, was a baker for one year at Between Rounds’ Manchester store before her appointment to manager of the South Windsor location. A native of Union, Ms. McDonald resides in Glastonbury.

“It is our privilege to recognize Kim and Sharon for their years of dedication and service, which have directly contributed to the overall success of our Vernon and South Windsor stores,” said Jerry Puiia, co-owner of the franchise.

20-Year Milestone

Between Rounds’ Manchester store celebrates their 20th anniversary this year.

“We opened the doors of our Vernon store in 1990 and business took off. We’ve been growing steadily ever since and have multiple locations. We’re proud to celebrate 20 successful years in Manchester,” noted Puiia.

Between Rounds is the brainchild of brothers Jerry and Joe Puiia, who are Staten Island, NY natives.  Between Rounds current locations include South Windsor (corporate headquarters), Vernon, Manchester and Tolland.  Between Rounds franchise opportunities are available. For more information, visit http://franchise.betweenroundsbagels.com.

About Between Rounds

Founded in 1990, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café is a unique bakery café and bagel shop renowned for their fresh, baked-on site bagels and baked goods as well sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, specialty coffee and a unique line of giftware.  Between Rounds offers patrons an upscale, fast-casual dining experience with free Wi-Fi and the added convenience of a drive-thru window.

Between Rounds is expanding and franchise opportunities are available. In 2013, the company was selected as a Military Friendly Franchise®, which places Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café in an elite group and is testimony to the company’s commitment to supporting military veterans interested in franchise opportunities.

Between Rounds’ current locations include South Windsor, Vernon, Manchester and Tolland.  Corporate headquarters are located at 19A John Fitch Blvd, Route 5 in South Windsor, CT.  For more information about Between Rounds franchise opportunities contact (860) 291-0323 or visit www.betweenroundsbagels.com.

 

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Between Rounds Rolls Out Tasty Garlic Bagel Chips

betweenrounds logo 1Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café, a unique bakery café and bagel shop with locations throughout Connecticut, has recently unveiled their newest creation – Garlic Bagel Chips.

Baked fresh and available at all Between Rounds locations, Garlic Bagel Chips are out-of-this-world by themselves, but they are also dip’s best companion.

The hearty chips (priced at $2.99) blur the lines between mealtime and snack time and are perfect as a side to soup or a sandwich. Garlic Bagel Chips may be enjoyed with savory cream cheese, hummus, onion dip, salsa or any other desired topping.

Garlic Bagel Chips are the centerpiece of another Between Rounds favorite, the Giant Party Bagel, which was rolled out earlier this year.  The Giant Party Bagel is a two-pound bagel comprised of a delicious selection of fresh premium Boar’s Head brand deli-meats and cheeses, and completed with Garlic Bagel Chip-filled center.

About Between Rounds

Founded in 1990, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café is a unique bakery café and bagel shop renowned for their fresh, baked-on site bagels and baked goods as well sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, specialty coffee and a unique line of giftware.  Between Rounds offers patrons an upscale, fast-casual dining experience with free Wi-Fi and the added convenience of a drive-thru window.

Between Rounds’ current locations include South Windsor, Vernon, Manchester and Tolland.  Corporate headquarters are located at 19A John Fitch Blvd, Route 5 in South Windsor, CT.  Between Rounds is expanding and franchise opportunities are available.

For more information about Between Rounds, visit www.betweenroundsbagels.com.

 

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Between Rounds Promotes Michelle Davis to Training Manager

Michelle Davis
Michelle Davis

Between Rounds, a unique bakery café and bagel shop with locations throughout Connecticut, has recently promoted Michelle Davis to Training Manager.

Ms. Davis, who is a resident of Vernon, has been working in Between Rounds’ Vernon location for three years.  In her new role, Ms. Davis will be responsible for training all new employees at each location and developing and maintaining the employee and bakery manuals. She will also play an active role in product development. Ms. Davis began her career at Between Rounds as a part-time counter person and baker. Over time, she was presented with more responsibility and transitioned to full-time.

Ms. Davis holds an Associate’s degree in Business Management from Johnson & Wales University in Providence, R.I. Previous to Between Rounds, Ms. Davis was a manager and corporate trainer at Uno Chicago Grill for six years.  She was recognized as “Best in Field” and was one of the few selected to a team that opened a new store.

The family-owned Between Rounds has been in business for more than two decades and is the brainchild of brothers Jerry and Joe Puiia, who are Staten Island, NY natives.  Between Rounds current locations include South Windsor (corporate headquarters), Vernon, Manchester and Tolland.

“Michelle is a dedicated, experienced manager who understands the complex operational and staffing issues of managing a busy restaurant. This promotion is well-deserved,” said Jerry Puiia.

About Between Rounds

Founded in 1990, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café is a unique bakery café and bagel shop renowned for their fresh, baked-on site bagels and baked goods as well sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, specialty coffee and a unique line of giftware.  Between Rounds offers patrons an upscale, fast-casual dining experience with free Wi-Fi and the added convenience of a drive-thru window.

Between Rounds is expanding and franchise opportunities are available. In 2013, the company was selected as a Military Friendly Franchise®, which places Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café in an elite group and is testimony to the company’s commitment to supporting military veterans interested in franchise opportunities.

Between Rounds’ current locations include South Windsor, Vernon, Manchester and Tolland.  Corporate headquarters are located at 19A John Fitch Blvd, Route 5 in South Windsor, CT.  For more information about Between Rounds franchise opportunities contact (860) 291-0323 or visit www.betweenroundsbagels.com.

 

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Between Rounds Café Shows their Team Spirit

betweenrounds logo 1Spring sports are in full swing and Between Rounds, the unique bakery café and bagel shop with locations throughout Connecticut shows their team spirit for young athletes with a special promotion.

From baseball and lacrosse to soccer, tennis and all other spring sports, young athletes (up to age 18) can stop by any Between Rounds location wearing their team uniform and receive two free bagels of their choice (toppings extra).

“The benefits that kids get from playing team sports are numerous. A team sport can give a young athlete a kick start on their career, because essentially, it teaches the leadership and teamwork skills you need to know when working in or running a business,” noted Jerry Puiia, co-owner of Between Rounds franchise.

Young athletes can stop by any location wearing their team uniform to take advantage of Between Rounds bagel offer.

About Between Rounds

Founded in 1990, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café is a unique bakery café and bagel shop renowned for their fresh, baked-on site bagels and baked goods as well sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, specialty coffee and a unique line of giftware. Between Rounds offers patrons an upscale, fast-casual dining experience with free Wi-Fi and the added convenience of a drive-thru window.

Between Rounds’ current locations include South Windsor, Vernon, Manchester and Tolland. Corporate headquarters are located at 19A John Fitch Blvd, Route 5 in South Windsor, CT. Between Rounds is expanding and franchise opportunities are available.

For more information about Between Rounds, visit www.betweenroundsbagels.com.

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Successful recipe for recent college grads – Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café business opportunity

betweenrounds logo 1Between Rounds, a unique bakery café and bagel shop with locations throughout Connecticut, has announced a new business opportunity for recent college graduates.

The Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café company is currently offering recent college graduates a franchise opportunity through their Gas Station and Convenience Market “Kiosk” program. The Between Rounds kiosk store is a non-traditional convenience store/gas station model that offers gas station customers the ability to purchase Between Rounds specialty coffee, fresh made breakfast and lunch sandwiches, fresh baked bagels and assorted bakery items from a clean, well-designed store (drive-thru window is optional) adjacent to the filling station.

Creating their own first job and career, college grads are able to take advantage of Between Rounds’ low start-up costs – with a discounted franchise fee of $18K and the overall investment coming in at approximately $120K for a standard store with no drive-thru – compared to similar franchises. The franchise opportunity for recent grads may also be attractive to parent/recent grad teams.

“Recent grads don’t have to be concerned about starting completely from scratch, developing a business plan, defining a market and so on,” explained Jerry Puiia, co-owner of the franchise. “They can put their newly acquired knowledge to work and launch their own business using Between Rounds’ recipe for success. We offer brand recognition, proven operations and plenty of training and support to ensure success. You could not ask for a better franchise opportunity than Between Rounds.”

The family-owned Between Rounds has been in business for more than two decades and is the brainchild of brothers Jerry and Joe Puiia, who are Staten Island, NY natives.  Between Rounds current locations include South Windsor (corporate headquarters), Vernon, Manchester and Tolland.

Between Rounds’ first kiosk store is located at 206 Merrow Road, Citgo Express Gas Station in Tolland.  It is owned and operated by Sami Kahn, a New York native who settled in Connecticut over a decade ago and now resides in Tolland. “I had looked into a number of coffee and fast food opportunities and was very impressed with Between Rounds from the start.  The products are very high quality and very fresh because they are made every day.  My main motivation is to provide the best product possible to customers,” noted Kahn.

For more information about the Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café opportunity, visit http://franchise.betweenroundsbagels.com.

About Between Rounds

Founded in 1990, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café is a unique bakery café and bagel shop renowned for their fresh, baked-on site bagels and baked goods as well sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, specialty coffee and a unique line of giftware.  Between Rounds offers patrons an upscale, fast-casual dining experience with free Wi-Fi and the added convenience of a drive-thru window.

Between Rounds is expanding and franchise opportunities are available. In 2013, the company was selected as a Military Friendly Franchise®, which places Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café in an elite group and is testimony to the company’s commitment to supporting military veterans interested in franchise opportunities.

Between Rounds’ current locations include South Windsor, Vernon, Manchester and Tolland.  Corporate headquarters are located at 19A John Fitch Blvd, Route 5 in South Windsor, CT.  For more information about Between Rounds franchise opportunities contact (860) 291-0323 or visitwww.betweenroundsbagels.com.

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Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café Named 2013 Military Friendly Franchise ®

Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café, the unique bakery café and bagel shop with locations in South Windsor, Vernon, Manchester and Tolland, announced it has been named a 2013 Military Friendly Franchise® by Victory Media, publisher of G.I. Jobs.

The Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café company honors military veterans by offering service members a discount on the initial franchise fee of 50 percent of the regular $65K-$95K fee (a $1.2M investment total). This allows veterans to use their background and training to launch a new civilian career.

“One in four returning service members indicate interest in owning their own business,” said Sean Collins, director for G.I. Jobs. “Franchises are a perfect fit for service members, who bring unparalleled operational skill sets and work ethic but are often unclear how to start a business.”

Being selected as a Military Friendly Franchise® places Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café in an elite group and is testimony to the company’s commitment to supporting military veterans interested in franchise opportunities.

The 2013 Military Friendly Franchises® list was compiled via a data-driven survey overseen by an advisory board of industry experts. The survey results list were independently tested by Ernst & Young based upon the weightings and methodology established by Victory Media

“We’re honored to be ranked among the top 10 percent of franchises nationwide. You could not ask for a better franchise opportunity than Between Rounds,” noted Jerry Puiia, co-owner of the franchise.

For more information about the Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café franchise opportunity, contact (860) 291-0323 or visit www.betweenroundsbagels.com.

About G.I. Jobs and Military Franchising

The full list of Military Friendly Franchises® is published each June in G.I. Jobs magazine, and on www.MilitaryFranchising.com, a web tool that helps veterans decide which franchise to choose. Additional resources are posted on the Military Friendly Franchises® Facebook page: www.facebook.com/MilitaryFranchising. G.I. Jobs (www.gijobs.com) is published 12 times per year by Victory Media, a veteran-owned business. The company also publishes The Guide to Military Friendly Schools®. For further information, contact BP Media Relations, LLC – Barbara Pflughaupt at 212-707-8181 or Barbara@bpmediarelations.com.

About Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café

Founded in 1990, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café is a unique bakery café and bagel shop renowned for their fresh, baked-on site bagels and baked goods as well sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, specialty coffees and a unique line of giftware. Between Rounds offers patrons an upscale, fast-casual dining experience with free Wi-Fi.

Between Rounds’ current locations include South Windsor, Vernon, Manchester and Tolland. Corporate headquarters are located at 19A John Fitch Blvd, Route 5 in South Windsor, CT. Between Rounds is expanding and franchise opportunities are available. For more information about their unique Area Developer Program franchise offering contact (860) 291-0323 or visit www.betweenroundsbagels.com.

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Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café’s Signature Bagels Featured at Local Supermarkets

Recognizing the high quality of Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café’s baked-fresh-daily bagels, Geissler’s Supermarkets has become the third grocery store chain to carry the renowned bagel line in the Bakery section of their stores.

The signature bagel line of Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café, the unique bakery café and bagel shop, is sold in Highland Park Markets, West Side Marketplace and now Geissler’s stores, which are located in Agawam, Bloomfield, East Windsor, Granby, Somers and South Windsor.

For more than 20 years, Highland Park Markets, which has stores in Suffield, Farmington, Manchester, Coventry and Glastonbury, has been carrying Between Rounds bagels as their privately labeled brand, but switched to the Between Rounds brand name two years ago. West Side Marketplace in Rocky Hill has been carrying the signature brand for four years.

“We all have the same goal – to make available the freshest, most delicious products possible. We’re honored that our bagels hold a premiere position in Highland Park Markets, West Side Marketplace and Geissler’s bakeries. It makes it easy for folks who may not live near one of our cafés to obtain our superior products right from their local supermarket,” said Jerry Puiia, co-owner of Between Rounds.

Between Rounds cafés are located in South Windsor, Vernon, Manchester and Tolland.

For supermarkets interested in carrying Between Rounds’ products, contact Jerry Puiia, jerry@betweenroundsbagels.com.

Highland Park Markets

Established in 1886, Highland Park Markets is owned and operated by the Devanney family. With five locations, Highland Park Markets is proud to provide hundreds of Connecticut brand products that are found in every one of their departments. They also offer online shopping and catering. For more information, visit http://www.highlandparkmarket.com/index.html.

West Side Marketplace

Owned and operated by Lou Romeo, West Side Marketplace continues to earn its reputation for quality and excellence every day. West Side Marketplace offers catering as well as an online shopping list feature and cooking videos. For more information, visit http://www.west-side-market.com.

Geissler’s Supermarkets

Since 1923, the American-owned Geissler’s has provided superior quality food and service to customers. Geissler’s is a multi-store independent chain owned and operated by the Nilsson family. Catering and online shopping are also available at Geissler’s Supermarkets. To learn more about the company, visit www.geisslers.com/index.jsp.

About Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café

Founded in 1990, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café is a unique bakery café and bagel shop renowned for their fresh, baked-on site bagels and baked goods as well sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, specialty coffees and a unique line of giftware. Between Rounds offers patrons an upscale, fast-casual dining experience with free Wi-Fi.

Between Rounds’ current locations include South Windsor, Vernon, Manchester and Tolland. Corporate headquarters are located at 19A John Fitch Blvd, Route 5 in South Windsor, CT. Between Rounds is expanding and franchise opportunities are available. For more information about their unique Area Developer Program franchise offering contact (860) 291-0323 or visit www.betweenroundsbagels.com.

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Between Rounds Offers Tips for Parents of Fussy Eaters

Children can be picky eaters. Just when you think you know what they like, it’s no longer their favorite food. Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café, a unique bakery café and bagel shop with locations throughout Connecticut that has catered to hundreds of families over the past two decades, offers some easy tips for parents.

Fresh bagels please palates of all ages and there’s always a topping that can be added to satisfy even the most selective in the family. Customization usually always works with young children. Here are a few variations on bagel toppings:

• Peanut butter with banana or strawberry slices

• Cinnamon sugar sprinkled on cream cheese

• Mini chocolate or peanut butter chips sprinkled on cream cheese or peanut butter

• Shredded cheese melted on top with a few green or black sliced olives

• Crumble bacon pieces with a few sliced scallions on cream cheese

“Imagination is key and kids have plenty of it. Get them involved by having them come up with a combination of toppings to cultivate an early interest in food creation. Brace yourself for some unique combinations, ” noted Jerry Puiia, father of two, owner and franchisor of Between Rounds.

Joe Puiia, father of two, brother of Jerry Puiia and co-owner said, “For parents of teething babies, frozen bagels or bagel sticks can be easily gripped by your baby and are the perfect treat to sooth baby’s sore gums. ”

Parents can stop by any Between Rounds location with baby in tow and receive a complimentary plain bagel stick to freeze at home.

About Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café

Founded in 1990, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café is a unique bakery café and bagel shop renowned for their fresh, baked-on site bagels and baked goods as well sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, specialty coffees and a unique line of giftware. Between Rounds offers patrons an upscale, fast-casual dining experience with free Wi-Fi.

Between Rounds’ current locations include South Windsor, Vernon, Manchester and Tolland. Corporate headquarters are located at 19A John Fitch Blvd, Route 5 in South Windsor, CT. Between Rounds is expanding and franchise opportunities are available.

For more information about their unique Area Developer Program franchise offering contact (860) 291-0323 or visit www.betweenroundsbagels.com.

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